2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |